Wadhwani AI Global

Job Title: Manager, People & CultureLocation: New DelhiExperience: 8 - 12 yearsReports to: CEO & MDType: Full-Time | In-personAbout Us:Wadhwani AI Global is a mission-driven startup working to bring cutting-edge AI into the hands of governments and public systems across the Global South. Our work spans AI solutions + embedded advisory across public health, education, and agriculture. We partner with ministries, multilateral organizations, and donors to transform innovation into significant public impact.Your Role:- As the Manager, People & Culture at WAIG, you will be responsible for building, strengthening, and managing the full employee lifecycle across India and global locations.- This role combines strategy, operations, compliance, and culture-building, ideal for someone who thrives in a high-ownership, fast-paced environment.- You will work closely with leadership to design policy, drive talent strategy, manage global compliance requirements, and serve as a trusted partner to every employee in the organization.What you'll own?Talent Acquisition (India + Global):- Lead end-to-end hiring across India, Africa, LATAM, and other geographies.- Build strong pipelines for technical, advisory, and leadership roles.- Manage international recruitment compliance, local hiring norms, and contract structures.- Own employer branding initiatives and candidate experience. HR Operations & PLC Compliance Management:- Oversee all HR operations including onboarding, documentation, HRIS, payroll inputs, letters, and policy administration.- Ensure statutory compliance for a Private Limited Company, including:a. PF, ESI, PT, Gratuity administrationb. Shops & Establishment Actc. Maternity Benefit Actd. Payment of Wages Acte. Bonus & gratuity compliancef. Contract labour regulations (if applicable)- Labour law audits & monthly compliance filings- Work with legal/finance to ensure accurate filings, registers, and statutory documentation.- Maintain secure employee records and audit-ready systems.POSH & Workplace Governance:- Serve as the POSH Compliance Officer / Coordinator.- Ensure ICC constitution, training, documentation, and annual filing.- Conduct organization-wide sensitization sessions and ensure zero-tolerance practices.- Maintain a safe, respectful, and inclusive workplace environment.Performance Management & Appraisal Cycles:- Implement WAIG's interim and annual performance management systems.- Support OKR setting, quarterly review discussions, calibration, and evaluation cycles.- Coordinate annual appraisal cycles, bonus cycles, salary revisions, and communication.- Maintain transparent and consistent documentation for all employees.Culture, Engagement & Capacity Building:- Design and deliver engagement programs, celebrations, and cultural initiatives.- Build mechanisms for feedback, recognition, and employee wellbeing.- Support leadership in embedding WAIG's values, principles, and performance culture.Policy Creation, SOPs & Governance Systems:- Draft, revise, and maintain HR policies including:- Leave & attendance- Travel & reimbursements- Compensation & benefits- Appraisal & performance- Code of Conduct- POSH & anti-harassment policy- Global employment guidelines- Create SOPs for all HR processes and ensure org-wide adherence.Employee Relations & Support:- Serve as the primary point for queries, grievance handling, and conflict resolution.- Provide guidance on performance issues, conduct expectations, and workplace norms.- Maintain confidentiality and foster trust, clarity, and transparent communication.What We're Looking For?- 8-12 years of experience in HR Generalist/HRBP roles, preferably in fast-growing startups or consulting environments.- Strong knowledge of Indian labour laws, PF/ESI, POSH, statutory filings, and PLC compliance.- Experience managing global hiring, cross-border contracts, and international HR practices.- Excellent communication, organization, discretion, and stakeholder management.- Ability to work with high ownership, urgency, and emotional intelligence.- Passion for building scalable systems, policies, and culture in a young and mission-driven company.Why Join Us?- Play a central role in building people processes and culture at a growing, impact-driven PLC.- Gain exposure to governance, compliance, and HR best practices in a global context.- Be part of a collaborative team where your work directly contributes to organizational growth and employee experience.Plot no 275, 4th Floor, Westend Marg, Saidulajab, Saket, New Delhi 110030 (ref:iimjobs.com)